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South Dakota State University on-site wean-to-finish barn.
Aug 05

SowBridge Webinar: What are cull sow buyers looking for?

Join swine industry experts from around the nation for a webinar about managing cull sows to increase profitability on August 5 beginning at 11:15 a.m. CDT.

South Dakota State University on-site wean-to-finish barn.
Jul 01

SowBridge Webinar: Water quality, biofilms, and water line management

Join swine industry experts from around the nation for a webinar about strategies for water line management to improve water quality on July 1 beginning at 11:15 a.m. CDT.

SDSU off-site wean-to-finish production barn.

Swine Manure and Soil Health

Swine manure is more than a waste product. When managed correctly, it is a valuable nutrient source that can improve crop yields, build soil health, and reduce fertilizer costs.

Hand writing the word “scholarship” on a chalk board.

SDSU students awarded Master Pork Producers scholarships

February 25, 2026

South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to announce the five SDSU students who received South Dakota Master Pork Producers Association scholarships on Jan. 14, 2026, during the 57th annual South Dakota Pork Congress in Sioux Falls.

Two men hold a plaque for honorary Master Pork Producer

2025 Master Pork Producers announced

February 23, 2026

Four South Dakota pork producers were recently recognized for their outstanding contributions to the state’s swine industry.

group of young piglets

The Healthy Swine Herd Series

Series of publications to keep your swine herd healthy

Piglets feeding in a farrowing stall.

Registration open for 2026-2027 SowBridge educational webinars

January 27, 2026

Registration is open for the 2026-2027 educational SowBridge webinar series, which starts on Feb. 4, 2026.

South Dakota State University on-site wean-to-finish barn.
May 27

SowBridge Webinar: Gilt feeding strategies to enhance longevity and productivity

Join swine industry experts from around the nation for a webinar about how various feeding strategies during the gilt development period effect lifetime productivity on May 27 beginning at 11:15 a.m. CDT.

Aerial view of the SDSU Southeast Research Farm.
Jan 06

Southeast Research Farm Seminars @ Dakota Farm Show

Join SDSU Extension for a series of educational presentations during the Dakota Farm Show from January 6-7, 2026, at the USD DakotaDome (1101 N Dakota St, Vermillion, SD 57069).

Young pigs snuggling in a pen.

Register now for 2025 Swine Day with SDSU Extension

October 17, 2025

South Dakota State University Extension invites swine producers and industry members to attend SDSU Swine Day on Nov. 4, 2025, in Brookings.